Base cabinets can be made like shorter versions of kitchen cabinets, or they can can be more like furniture consoles.

They may have integral countertops or be capped with almost any material found on kitchen counters, from laminate to stone.

Below are just a few of the world of possibilities:

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White painted cabinets are bright and cheerful—and a great way to stretch remodeling dollars.

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Wall-mounted cabinets contrast beautifully with this stone shower. The open space beneath the cabinet gives it a free-floating look and adds to the spacious feel of the room.

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Custom-wood cabinets combine beautiful hardwoods with contemporary styling—and provide exceptional storage. Notice how the cabinets near the shower have open shelves instead of drawers or a door so they won’t impinge on the swinging shower door.

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Custom cabinets wedge into an angled nook in this attic bathroom, making maximum use of the available space. Because the hang on the wall, the floor extends beneath them, making the room feel larger.

This section of HomeTips will help you make informed bathroom cabinet and countertop buying decisions and guide you through step-by-step installation, repairs, and care.

Don Vandervort has developed his expertise for more than 30 years, as Building Editor for Sunset Books, Senior Editor at Home Magazine, author of more than 30 home improvement books, and writer of countless magazine articles. He appeared for 3 seasons on HGTV’s “The Fix,” and served as MSN’s home expert for several years. Don founded HomeTips in 1996.

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